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10 Days in Mexico City: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

Javier Andrés Barrera

Javier Andrés Barrera

2 Oct 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure in Mexico City, exploring its vibrant culture, iconic landmarks, and indulging in delicious cuisine. From visiting the Frida Kahlo Museum to savoring authentic Mexican street food, this itinerary is designed to immerse you in the rich heritage of the city.

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Viator

Day 1
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$47

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$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
12 - 15 min

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Entrada a Bosque de tlalpan
Large, forested city park with hiking, running & biking trails, plus a playground & picnic areas.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
32 - 39 min

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Frida Kahlo Museum
Museum dedicated to the life & works of Frida Kahlo located at her bright-blue former home.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$15
26 - 32 min

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La Casa de Toño
Disfruta el mejor pozole al mejor precio.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$15
9 - 14 min

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The Angel of Independence
Commemorating Mexico's independence, this famous monument is topped with the goddess of victory.
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$3
6 - 9 min

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Maison Kayser, Reforma
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$5
Day 2
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$35

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$ 1

Karsapan
Grupo Karsapan (Panificadora y Pastelería), forjamos día con día el arte de hacer pan.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
15 - 18 min

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Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez
Motor racing circuit known for its rugged surface, host to the Formula 1 Mexico City Grand Prix.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Mercado de San Juan
Gourmet & exotic foods are the specialty at this traditional market dating back to 1955.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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La Barraca Valenciana
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$17
4 - 5 min

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Coyoacan Market
Vibrant, 2-story marketplace in operation since 1921, with food stalls, apparel, art & souvenirs.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Amatista Tostadas
Un rinconcito en Coyoacán donde prestamos atención a un platillo brillante de la gastronomía mexicana: la tostada.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$15
Day 3
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$23

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$ 1

Los Tulipanes
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
8 - 11 min

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Parque La Mexicana
Urban green space with paved trails, play equipment & water features, plus sculptures & restaurants.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
24 - 29 min

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Auditorio Nacional
Popular performing-arts venue hosting events such as concerts, live theater & exhibitions.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Cochitacos
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$4
6 - 9 min

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Telcel Plaza Carso
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Salchichonería San Miguel
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14
Day 4
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$49

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$ 1

Yoshimi
El diseño arquitectónico de última generación de Yoshimi narra distintas historias que descubrirá cuando visite cada parte de este restaurante. Disfrute del mejor sushi bar de la ciudad o pruebe otras sugerencias de la carta; no se pierda el excelente shabu-shabu.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
16 - 23 min

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Zoológico de Chapultepec
Well-known zoo featuring nearly 2,000 animals, including giant pandas & others that are endangered.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$13
18 - 22 min

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Monument to the Revolution
Famous monument dedicated to the Mexican Revolution, with an observation deck & on-site museum.
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM
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$4
4 - 6 min

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Taqueria el Progreso
1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
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$5
6 - 9 min

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Parker & Lenox
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$15
Day 5
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$50

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$ 1

Starbucks
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
2 - 3 min

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Museo Soumaya
Museum housing an extensive art collection, much of it European, in a modern, curving structure.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Museo Nacional de Antropología
Popular anthropology museum showcasing artifacts from as far back as the ancient Maya civilization.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$9
10 - 15 min

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Señora Tanaka
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$15
4 - 5 min

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Orale Arepa
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$17
Day 6
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$24

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$ 1

La Casa de Toño
Disfruta del mejor pozole al mejor precio.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
8 - 10 min

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Parque Bicentenario
Once the site of an oil refinery, this public park features trails, gardens & children's play areas.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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Chapultepec Castle
This historic hilltop castle with views of Mexico City houses the National Museum of History.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$10
17 - 21 min

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Panqué de Nata Finnniiiisssimo Sabor!
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$6
6 - 9 min

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Mercado de Artesanías La Ciudadela
Popular, long-running artisan market featuring many vendors of traditional handicrafts & folk art.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Gradios Deli-Café
Cafetería de especialidad en la #cdmx Enamórate del café así como nosotros. Barra de café de especialidad. Alimentos saludables Postres Caseros Venta de café a granel Cursos y capacitaciones para emprender tu negocio.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$4
Day 7
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$22

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$ 1

Tlacoyos Doña Lucy
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
11 - 16 min

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Bosque de Chapultepec
This sprawling city park is 686 hectares & features many attractions such as a zoo & museums.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Alameda Central
The city's oldest public park, with trees & fountains, established by Viceroy Luís Velasco.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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La Casa de Toño
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$5
6 - 9 min

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Vegamo MX
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 8
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$34

El Pescadito, Centro Histórico
Deliciosos tacos de camarón, pescado y marlin estilo Sonora.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
4 - 5 min

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Memory and Tolerance Museum
Museum with contemporary exhibits on worldwide genocides, plus a kids’ area focused on diversity.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$10
4 - 6 min

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Palacio de Bellas Artes
Dramatic marble performance hall & museum featuring murals by Diego Rivera & other notable artists.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$13
13 - 20 min

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Pasteleria Ideal
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$4
7 - 10 min

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Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral
This grand Roman Catholic cathedral with many ornate chapels is Latin America's oldest & largest.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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El Antiguo Edhen
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$4
Day 9
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$37

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$ 1

La Gruta Restaurant
Comida mexicana y prehispánica.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
5 - 8 min

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Pyramid of the Sun
This well-known pyramid in the ancient city of Teotihuacan is one of the largest in the world.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$5
59 - 71 min

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Plaza Garibaldi
Mariachis in traditional attire perform in this iconic plaza, home to a museum, bars & shops.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Coox Hanal
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$11
12 - 18 min

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Museo Nacional De Arte (MUNAL)
Housed in a grand neoclassical building, this prominent museum features a wide range of Mexican art.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$8
7 - 9 min

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Zéfiro
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 10
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$43

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$ 1

Restaurante Don Toribio
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
11 - 16 min

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Templo Mayor Museum
Museum showcasing archaeological finds & exhibits related to the Aztec civilization.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$8
23 - 28 min

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Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Revered Catholic church & pilgrimage site housing a cloak with the image of the Virgin of Guadalupe.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$6
5 - 8 min

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Pastes y Empanadas Real de Plateros
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$14
10 - 15 min

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Cielito Querido Cafe Sucursal Montevideo
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9

Budget breakdown: $368 In total

Activities & Food:$362
Transport:$6